Sault College athlete profile

(This story continues a series of articles profiling student athletes from Sault College's varsity programs. Included in the series is a preview of the week ahead in Sault College athletics. All photos and stories are submitted by the Sault College Athletic Department.)

*** COUGAR PROFILE OF THE WEEK:

Nicole Beauchamp

Nicole Beauchamp is Sault College's choice for athlete profile of the week.

A talented graphic design student, Nicole is no stranger to her preferred sport, volleyball. A second-year vet, Beauchamp is a team leader, who is very focused, and determined to be successful this season.

Standing at 5'3", Nicole is the team's setter. She has a soft touch with the ball and is the centre of the team's offence. Her versatility and tipping techniques are important to the Lady Cougars but it is character that makes her a valued asset.

Her athletic talent stood out at Korah Collegiate high school, where she was an all-around athlete. A two-time athlete of the year, Nicole was also recognized by the city of Sault Ste. Marie as the A.C.T. badminton award winner, and was named top Colt all four years of her volleyball high school career. In addition to the numerous awards, Nicole was named to the all-star team.

According to Coach Jeremy Murdoch, "Nicole always expresses a positive attitude, and is always supportive of the her team. She gives her utmost best all of the time! Nicole adds a great element to the team, with her example of dedication and skill."

You can see Nicole Beauchamp and her teammates battle it out when they host Cambrian College for a scheduled exhibition game in the new year, Friday January 7, at 3 p.m.

*** WEEKEND REPORT:

The Cougars suffered a winless weekend as the volleyball squad dropped a pair of home matches while the men's basketball team suffered a pair of tournament losses.

In volleyball, the Cougars dropped to 1-7 on the Ontario Colleges Athletic Association (OCAA) season after falling 3-0 to Fanshawe on both Friday and Saturday.

At the CAN/AM Classic in Alpena, Michigan, the men's basketball Cougars fell 69-60 to Alpena before dropping an 84-67 decision to Kirtland College.

Jean Louis Outtara scored 17 points and Brady Bolan added 13 in the loss to Alpena. James Tusingwire scored 12 points while Sean Seivwright and Julious Puddister added eight each against Kirtland College.